Personalized care for missing teeth
At Jane Clair Dental, we offer dentures near you for patients missing many teeth or an entire dental arch. During your consultation, we assess your gums, jaw support, any remaining teeth, and your smile goals to recommend the option that fits you best.
Treatment usually involves impressions, design planning, fittings, and adjustments to improve comfort and function. It is normal for dentures to need some fine-tuning after delivery, especially during the first few weeks as your mouth adapts. The attached file also explains that several visits are often needed to achieve the right fit and that adjustment time can vary from weeks to months.
What your denture treatment may include
Our North York dental clinic on Jane St focuses on dentures that look natural, fit better, and support daily comfort.
- Consultation, impressions, and fitting
- Adjustments for comfort and function
Types of Dentures
Different types of dentures in North York may be recommended depending on how many teeth are missing and how much support is available.
- Full dentures: Used when all teeth in the upper or lower arch need to be replaced.
- Partial dentures: A removable option for patients who still have some healthy natural teeth remaining.
- Immediate dentures: Placed soon after extractions in some cases so you are not without teeth during healing.
- Implant-retained dentures: Removable dentures that attach more securely to implants for added stability.
- Implant-supported dentures: A more fixed option for patients who want stronger support and less movement. The attached file also outlines these denture types and their differences.
Caring for Your Dentures
Good denture care helps protect your gums, oral tissues, and the fit of your appliance over time. Dentures should be cleaned daily and removed regularly to give your mouth a rest.
Brush your gums, tongue, cheeks, and any remaining teeth every day. Clean your dentures with the right products, soak them overnight when advised, and keep up with regular dental visits so the fit can be checked. The attached file also notes that most people remove dentures at night and that relines or replacements may eventually be needed as the mouth changes.
- Clean dentures every day
- Remove them regularly for rest
Denture Repairs and Adjustments
Dentures may sometimes loosen, rub, click, or develop damage over time. If your dentures feel uncomfortable or unstable, it is important to have them checked rather than trying to adjust them yourself.
As your gums and jaw change, your dentures may need relining, repair, or replacement to maintain a better fit. The attached file notes that dentures often last around seven to ten years and may need relining every one to two years depending on fit changes.
- Loose dentures may need adjustment
- Older dentures may need replacement